I want to upgrade to another 7 seater and shortlisted Mahindra 7XO and Tata Safari. My running is low, hardly 250km in a month with occasional highway trip in a month or two. I am confused with petrol or diesel version of 7XO or Safari. Kindly suggest me which one will best suited to me as my preferences are comfort and fun to drive with fair mileage.

Autocar India

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Go for the Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7 petrol automatic - with your very low running and focus on comfort and a fun drive, it suits you best. The XUV 7XO petrol is very smooth and quiet at low speed, and performance is impressive. The ride is comfortable, steering is light, the seats are supportive, and the Mahindra is loaded with features too.

Do keep in mind that the petrol's fuel efficiency is very low, however that shouldn't be much of a concern for you since your usage is minimal. One area where the Tata Safari stands out over the XUV 7XO is the third row. The Safari offers enough space for adults to sit comfortably, while the XUV’s third row is better suited for occasional use, with limited comfort on longer drives. However, if you will have kids in the third row for the most part, the XUV will serve you well.

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Sanjay Singh

•1w

Thanx for suggestion

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I am currently using a Ford EcoSport and am planning to upgrade to either the Mahindra Scorpio N Z4 petrol or the Mahindra XUV 7XO petrol. My usage is primarily within the city, with a daily commute of around 60 km.

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Mostly city use, with about 60 km a day, points you to the Mahindra XUV 7XO petrol, ideally with the automatic gearbox, over the Scorpio N Z4. It will suit your routine better because it feels more like a car to drive, so tight streets, quick U-turns and parking are easier than in the big, tall Scorpio. Coming from an EcoSport, you’ll find the 7XO’s steering lighter and the petrol automatic smoother in stop-go traffic, which takes strain off your left leg and keeps the drive calm every day.Ride comfort at low speeds is also friendlier in the 7XO, so bumps and broken patches in the city feel less busy in the cabin. In mid trims, you also get more city-friendly features than a Z4, like better parking aids and a nicer cabin, which makes long daily runs less tiring.

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Rajiv kumar

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Hi, I currently own a Maruti Suzuki Ciaz petrol and am planning to upgrade to a new SUV. My monthly driving is around 600 km, with one or two long trips in a year. I am confused between the petrol and diesel variants of the Mahindra XUV 7XO. Additionally, I am also considering the Mahindra XEV 9S and would like to know whether an EV would be suitable for my usage pattern.

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The Mahindra XEV 9S fits your profile neatly. With just 15 km daily driving, you will benefit from extremely low running costs and a smooth, effortless drive in traffic, and modern EVs like this offer strong real-world range and fast charging options when needed. In a city like Mumbai, where fuel costs and traffic are high, this becomes a big advantage.However, the decision hinges on practicality. If you don’t have fixed home charging or don’t want to plan long trips around charging stops, the EV can feel restrictive despite its advantages.That is where the Mahindra XUV7XO petrol makes more sense. It is easier to live with, has no dependency on charging, and for your occasional long trips, it will feel completely effortless. Given your low monthly running, the higher fuel cost will not be a major concern.

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DEEN MOHAMMAD

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I’m upgrading from a Tata Nexon petrol. I have a family of four (two adults and two kids) based in Gurgaon. My average running is around 1,600 km per month, with a higher share of highway driving and long road trips every alternate month. I’m looking for a safe, comfortable, spacious, and fun-to-drive automatic car. I’ve shortlisted the following options: Jeep Compass Limited (O) Diesel - I love its driving dynamics, premium interior feel, and overall design. My main concerns are Jeep’s service experience and long-term reliability. MG Hector Plus Petrol - I like almost everything about it, except the driving experience, which doesn’t feel engaging - likely due to the CVT. Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7L Diesel - It ticks most boxes, but I’m concerned about the slightly cheap interior feel and potential tech-related issues over time. I’d appreciate help in narrowing down the best option for my use case.

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Go for the Mahindra XUV 7XO AX7L diesel. It is the most complete upgrade from your Tata Nexon, balancing performance, space, comfort and safety for your kind of long-distance usage.The reason is simple. Your driving is highway-heavy with frequent road trips, and that is exactly where the XUV stands out. The diesel engine is strong and effortless, the ride is stable and comfortable over long distances, and it is one of the few in this segment with a proven 5-star safety rating . It also offers you the proper space for a family of four with flexibility for luggage, which becomes important on longer trips. Yes, the interior does not feel as premium as the Compass, and Mahindra’s tech can be a bit hit or miss, but overall, it delivers the most well-rounded experience for your usage.The Jeep Compass diesel is great to drive and feels the most premium inside, and if your usage was more solo driving or shorter trips, it would be very tempting. But as a family car, it falls short on space and practicality, and Jeep’s reach, too, is limited as compared to Mahindra.The MG Hector Plus petrol is the comfort-focused option. It is spacious, feature-rich and very easy to live with, but the CVT and petrol combination means it does not feel engaging to drive, and efficiency will be noticeably lower, which matters for your monthly running.

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